“girl next door”: mgk and Wiz Khalifa Reconnect Under Neon Summer Lights

“girl next door” is a 2026 single by Machine Gun Kelly featuring Wiz Khalifa. It dropped on May 12, 2026, alongside an official music video, marking their first collaboration since 2013. The track taps into a chill, summery rap-pop and hip-hop atmosphere with strong nostalgic “blog era” energy reminiscent of the early 2010s internet mixtape scene.

Running 3 minutes and 19 seconds, the song was produced by SlimXX, BazeXX, and No Love For The Middle Child, with writing credits going to Colson Baker, Cameron Thomaz, Andrew Migliore, Brandon Allen, and additional connectors. The production notably incorporates a sample of “KKMJ” by Sweet Trip, layering dreamy textures beneath melodic hooks and hazy percussion. Released through EST 19XX and Interscope Records, the single positions itself as both a seasonal anthem and a continuation of mgk’s increasingly nostalgia-focused creative direction.

Lyrically, “girl next door” revolves around a complicated attraction shaped by emotional confusion, impulsive behavior, and unresolved tension. mgk leans into themes of regret and temporary escape, balancing vulnerability with carefree escapism. The chorus emphasizes this emotional instability through lines like:

“I felt love, come near me, then you run away / I fucked up, tell me what you wanna say.”

Despite the emotional subject matter, the song never becomes heavy. Instead, it maintains an upbeat, party-ready tone driven by airy melodies and relaxed chemistry between both artists. Wiz Khalifa’s appearance adds another layer of nostalgia, reconnecting two artists whose earlier careers helped define portions of the blog-era rap landscape.

The official music video, directed by Sam Cahill and Gianni Paolo, takes a skittish and comedic approach. mgk and Wiz portray roommates who become distracted after attractive neighbors move in next door, leading to a series of exaggerated attempts to impress them. Featuring appearances from Lindsey Fishman, Naomi Baker, and Trevor Wallace, the visual embraces lighthearted chaos and carefree summer aesthetics rather than narrative seriousness

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• Artist: Machine Gun Kelly featuring Wiz Khalifa
• Title: “girl next door”
• Release Date: May 12, 2026
• Length: 3:19
• Producers: SlimXX, BazeXX, No Love For The Middle Child
• Label: EST 19XX / Interscope Records
• Sample: “KKMJ” by Sweet Trip

Listeners can stream the track across major platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music. The official video is also available through YouTube.